- "We will supply the whole valley, and then, who knows, perhaps the whole world!"
Professor Lundgren (sometimes spelt as Lungren) is a character from Lord Parker's 'Oliday. He is a scientist who has developed a new type of solar power generator.
Professor Lundgren.
Lundgren with his assistant Mitchell
Biography[]
Professor Lungren has developed a solar generator which will, as its first test, power the sleepy Mediterranean town of Monte Bianco from a vantage point on a mountain overlooking the town.
The Countdown Begins[]
The countdown begins, all the test are complete and the Professor is ready to switch the machine on when it gets dark.
A Violent Storm[]
As a violent storm hits the surrounding area, the solar reflector is repeatedly struck by lighting. Lundgren climbs onto the roof to inspect the damage, but as he gets to the top, the reflector buckles and crashes down the mountainside.
Disaster[]
Professor Lundgren falls to the floor, hurt in the destruction of the reflector, Mitchell goes to his rescue and gets him safely back to the control room.
A Visit From an Old Friend[]
Lady Penelope drives to the Sola Station, where the Professor confirms her fears. The sun will rise at 6:30am, so they have under an hour to hatch a plan.
Trivia[]
Prof. Borender
- The same puppet also appeared in the season 1 episode The Perils of Penelope as Professor Borender.
- He appears to be an old friend of Lady Penelope, since he tells her that he is "sorry we meet again under such tragic circumstances."
- His name is mentioned only once in the episode, when Jeff is discussing his project with Brains.